Stop Buying Butter ~ Make Homemade Butter in 5 Minutes!

Prepare the Cream: Pour the heavy whipping cream into a stand mixer, hand mixer, or a large jar if you’re doing it by hand.
Whip the Cream: Start mixing on medium speed. As you continue, the cream will first turn into whipped cream, and then it will begin to separate into butter and buttermilk. This typically takes about 4-5 minutes, depending on the method you’re using.
Separate the Butter: Once the butter forms, pour off the buttermilk (you can save this for baking or use it in other recipes). You should be left with a solid mass of butter.
Rinse the Butter: Place the butter in a bowl and rinse it under cold water. This helps remove any remaining buttermilk and ensures the butter will last longer.
Season and Shape: Add salt if desired, and mix it in thoroughly. Then, shape the butter into a block or press it into a container for storage.
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